Medicinal Properties

Biochemical Information

Legends, Myths and Stories

Gotu Kola was probably first used in India, where it is part of the
Ayurveda, the traditional herbal medicine. It was also mentioned in
the Shennong Herbal compiled in China about 2,000 years ago. In recent
years it has become popular in the West.

Probably the most important rejuvenative herb in Ayurvedic medicine.
It is said to increase intelligence, longevity, memory; it decreases
senility and aging. It fortifies the immune system, both cleansing
and feeding it.

Gotu Kola is used by yogis as food for meditation. A cup of the herbal
tea can be taken with honey before meditation.

Gotu Kola is known as the "memory herb". It stimulates circulation
to the brain. Given for forgetfulness or confusion. Considered to
be one of the best nerve tonics and many people use Gotu Kola to increase
learning ability. It promotes mental calm and clarity and assists
in the practice of yoga and meditation.